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| Weight | 30 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 38.1 × 22.8 × 35.1 cm |
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Wrought Iron Boot Scraper on Concrete Base
£85.00 Excl. VAT
Wrought Iron Boot Scraper on Concrete Base
This reclaimed wrought iron boot scraper sits on a solid concrete base and brings practical history to any entranceway. Years of exposure have left the concrete heavily weathered, with rough textures and moss growth, while the wrought iron has mild corrosion across its surface. This natural ageing helps the piece settle visually into gardens, yards, or stone thresholds.
Overall dimensions- L15″ x W9″ x H14″ (L38.1cm x W22.8cm x H35.1cm)
Please note, due to the nature of production, the age of the items and process of reclamation, there are likely to be imperfections and wear marks.
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Description
Wrought Iron Boot Scraper on Concrete Base
This reclaimed wrought iron boot scraper sits on a solid concrete base and brings practical history to any entranceway. Boot scrapers became common in the UK during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, when unpaved roads produced constant mud. Households placed them outside doors so boots could be cleaned before entering living spaces. Today, the wrought iron boot scraper remains popular with keen gardeners and busy families managing muddy footwear. Large households especially value a fixed scraper that handles repeated daily use without movement.
This example measures roughly 15 inches long, 9 inches wide, and 7 inches high at the concrete base. The concrete alone weighs enough to prevent slipping while boots scrape firmly against the iron bar. Concrete suits outdoor use because it resists moisture, temperature change, and ground contact over long periods. Therefore, it offers stability that lighter materials cannot provide. The wrought iron scraping bar measures 12 inches wide and rises an additional 7 inches above the base. As a result, the total height reaches approximately 14 inches, allowing comfortable use without bending. The complete weight stands at around 30 kilograms, reinforcing its planted, dependable feel.
Authentic Ageing
Years of exposure have left the concrete heavily weathered, with rough textures and moss growth across its surface. This natural ageing helps the piece settle visually into gardens, yards, or stone thresholds. Although the wrought iron boot scraper shows surface corrosion, the metal remains structurally sound and fully functional. The iron still scrapes effectively, proving the durability of traditional materials. Alternatively, this piece suits reuse as a heavy door stop for stable doors or garden gates. It could also act as an entrance marker beside large front doors or outbuildings. Used with other such scrapers, it defines boundaries while adding visual weight.
Using reclaimed exterior features preserves materials that already proved their strength outdoors. Furthermore, reuse reduces landfill waste and limits demand for newly manufactured alternatives. Reclaimed items also bring established textures that blend easily with older properties. The wrought iron boot scraper offers authenticity that modern reproductions struggle to achieve.
Concrete and iron together create a combination built for real weather and repeated impact. Consequently, maintenance requirements remain low once installed. Choosing a wrought iron boot scraper supports sustainable design without sacrificing usefulness. It connects present-day living with traditional outdoor practices. This reclaimed boot scraper remains practical, adaptable, and grounded in everyday function.
